2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 427 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
